Quel problème résout votre projet ( 500 mots max ) AgricFresh is tackling the pervasive issue of post-harvest loss in Africa's agricultural sector. This problem results in a staggering amount of food waste, with figures indicating that globally, 1.3 billion tonnes of food are lost annually. In Africa, the situation is particularly critical for perishable produce like tomatoes, where post-harvest losses can reach 30-40%. This translates to concrete losses for farmers, like those in our pilot community of Foumbot, Cameroon, who experience annual losses of about 4,200 tonnes of tomatoes and 10,000 tonnes of other fresh produce.
These losses are driven by factors such as inefficient storage, lack of cold chain infrastructure, and limited market access, leading to short shelf life, reduced income for farmers, and significant food waste. By addressing these challenges, AgricFresh aims to improve food security, reduce economic losses, and empower smallholder farmers.
